Education Care Services Coordinator

Permanent Full-time, commencing Term 1 2026

Suitably experienced and qualified applicants are invited to apply for this permanent full-time Education Care Services Coordinator position, commencing Term 1 2026.

The opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Junior School team for a permanent full-time Education Care Services Coordinator to provide administrative support to the Education Care Services (ECS) which includes a Pre-Kindergarten Program and an Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) program that provides before and after school care, as well as School Holiday Programs for school students enrolled in years Pre-K – Year 6.

About the role

The ECS Coordinator is responsible for the day to day administration of the Education Care Service at Radford College including being the nominated supervisor of ECS and the first point of contact for students, parents, and visitors. Responsibilities include tasks associated with ensuring Legislative Compliance, Risk Management and Quality Assurance Management.

Working at Radford College

At Radford, we believe that the key to higher performing students is the effectiveness of their teachers, and that the key to effective teachers is the support they receive which enables them to perform their roles. Exhibiting high levels of accuracy, attention to detail and a commitment to providing the best service, the Education Care Services Coordinator works conscientiously to support the Head of Junior School to achieve the goal of providing our students with a holistic and inspiring education that enables them to reach their full potential.

Why choose Radford?

As well as supporting and enabling staff to achieve their potential, Radford College offers:

• A vibrant and rewarding place in which to work
• Professional Learning financial support
• Salary Continuance Insurance
• Discounted school fees for eligible employees
• Employee wellbeing initiatives – EAP program, access to gym facilities and group fitness classes
• Generous Superannuation after qualifying period
• Salary Sacrificing
• Excellent resources and grounds
• Free onsite parking
• Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

For further information, please visit the Employment page on our Website.

About you

The successful candidate will have had experience working in the Early Childhood Education sector and display an understanding of the operations required to meet the legislative frameworks with this sector. They will be a confident self-starter who enjoys building relationships with multiple stakeholders both inside and outside of the College, possesses excellent communication skills, has a strong customer-service focus and can be relied upon to work autonomously.

Candidates must:

• Demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with children and adults.
• Demonstrate energy and enthusiasm for working within Education and Care Services.
• A strong understanding and awareness of the National Law and Regulations, NQS and NQF.
• Be technically competent and confident in the MSOffice suite and willing to learn school systems (for example Synergetic)
• Demonstrate a passion for collaborative working as a member of a high-functioning team, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Be energetic, enthusiastic and demonstrate a willingness to grow through the sharing of best practice and professional experience
• Possess excellent communications skills both written and verbal, as well as excellent time management skills
• Commit to the safeguarding and promotion of student welfare
• Be reliable and punctual
• Support Radford’s strategic priorities and goals
• Uphold Radford’s Values of Truth, Compassion and Wisdom

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care or equivalent qualification approved by the ACECQA or a Diploma or Bachelor Education
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate (HLTAID004), Emergency Asthma Management and Anaphylaxis training
• Working with Vulnerable People Card and Policy Check
• Light Rigid Drivers license or willingness to obtain

How to Apply

Details about this position and how to apply can be found on the Employment section on the College Website http://www.radford.act.edu.au/quick-links/employment/. If you have further enquiries regarding this position, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Applications will be reviewed and assessed as received and should be addressed to:

The Principal
email: [email protected]

Applicants will be subject to employment screening and will be required to provide a current ACT Working with Vulnerable People card prior to commencing employment.